See a doctor online in Piltown today
Piltown is in Co. Kilkenny, in the province of Leinster.
Whether you are in Piltown or elsewhere in Co. Kilkenny — Kilkenny City included — you can book the same online GP service.
A video or phone consultation gives you access to the same Irish-registered GPs without the commute. Your doctor can send prescriptions electronically to a pharmacy near you and explain the next steps clearly.
For people in rural areas around Piltown, an online doctor can save a long drive — especially when the nearest surgery is busy or closed.
How a video or phone GP appointment works in Piltown
To get the most from the call, find a quiet, private spot in Piltown with a good phone signal or Wi-Fi, keep your phone charged, and have your medication names and any recent readings (such as blood pressure) to hand.
If the signal drops, your doctor will simply call you back. If a problem cannot be dealt with remotely, they will explain what to do next.
- Same price whether it is video or phone: from €35
- Doctor calls you at your booked time
- Phone or WhatsApp video — nothing to install
- Find a quiet, private place with a signal
- Have your medicines list to hand
Online GP consultation in Piltown: what we can help with
- Referral letters to specialists and for scans, where clinically appropriate
- Ongoing advice and prescription support for long-term conditions
- Women’s and men’s health, contraception and sexual health advice
- Repeat prescriptions and new prescriptions sent to your pharmacy near Piltown, where appropriate
- Assessment of urinary, chest and ear infections where appropriate
Need something specific? Read our guides to getting a sick cert online and online prescriptions in Ireland.
Need an in-person doctor out of hours near Piltown?
Many people searching for a “doctor on call” want a GP who can see them in person tonight. DrCall is an online service, so we can’t visit you at home — but if your problem suits a video or phone consultation we are open every day. For urgent in-person care when surgeries are closed in Co. Kilkenny:
Details last checked 4 October 2026. Phone numbers can change, so confirm on the service’s own website. In an emergency call 112 or 999.
How to book an online doctor in Piltown
- Choose a timeSee the live times on the booking page and take the one that suits you — slots are 15 minutes and start 30 minutes from now.
- Tell us what’s wrongAdd your contact details, your usual pharmacy and a few words on why you want to see a doctor.
- Authorise your cardWe place a hold on your card. You are not charged until a GP has confirmed your appointment.
- See your doctorAt the booked time your Irish-registered GP contacts you by phone or video — at home in Piltown or wherever you are.
Online doctor near Piltown: evenings and weekends
DrCall is open every day, including evenings and weekends — handy if you work during the day in Piltown or the surrounding area, or if you need a doctor when the local surgery has closed.
Serving Piltown and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Kilkenny. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Video GP in Kells
- Video GP in Kilkenny City
- Video GP in Thomastown
- Video GP in Callan
- Video GP in Ballyhale
- Video GP in Windgap
- Video GP in Paulstown
- Video GP in Mooncoin
- Video GP in Ballycallan
- Video GP in Gowran
- Video GP in Inistioge
- Video GP in Kilmanagh
- Video GP in Urlingford
- Video GP in Tullaroan
- All of Co. Kilkenny →
More ways to find a doctor in Piltown
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Piltown
- Online GP in Piltown
- Online Dr in Piltown
- Same-day doctor in Piltown
- Online sick cert in Piltown
- Online prescription in Piltown
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
- Video GP in Co. Laois
- Video GP in Co. Carlow
- Video GP in Co. Wexford
- Video GP in Co. Waterford
- Video GP in Co. Tipperary
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Piltown cost?
A DrCall online consultation starts from €35. That covers your consultation, including a sick cert, repeat prescription or referral where clinically appropriate. Your card is only authorised when you book and is charged once a GP confirms your appointment.
Do I need to download an app for a video GP appointment?
No. Your doctor contacts you by phone call or WhatsApp video call on the number you provide when booking. You do not need a DrCall account.
What if my connection is poor in Piltown?
Tell the doctor straight away. A normal phone call usually works even where video does not, and your doctor can call you back if the line drops.
When can I book an online doctor?
Appointments are available seven days a week, including evenings and weekends, in 15-minute slots. The booking page shows the live, bookable times.
Can I see a doctor at the weekend in Piltown?
Yes. DrCall runs seven days a week, so weekend and evening appointments are available — the booking page shows the live times.
What if I need a doctor in person in Piltown tonight?
DrCall is an online service, so we cannot send a doctor to your door. For urgent in-person care when surgeries are closed in Co. Kilkenny, contact Caredoc on 0818 300 365 — it is an appointment-only service with its own fees. You can also find your nearest out-of-hours GP or emergency department on the HSE website. In an emergency call 112 or 999. If your concern suits a video or phone consultation, you can book DrCall any day.
How long does an online GP consultation take?
A typical consultation lasts around 15 minutes, though your doctor will take the time they need to help you properly.
Which pharmacy will my prescription go to?
The pharmacy you choose when you book. If your doctor issues a prescription it is sent electronically to that pharmacy, so you can collect it close to Piltown.